The Home Depot Foundation invests $6 million to help communities prepare, recover from natural disasters

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The Home Depot Foundation has committed over $6 million to various national and local nonprofits to aid communities in preparing for and recovering from natural disasters. This initiative focuses on equipping response organizations in remote areas with necessary supplies and equipment for timely disaster response. Key partners include Mercy Corps in the Caribbean, expanding emergency food distribution in Alaska, and ongoing support for long-term recovery in areas affected by wildfires in California and historic flooding in Kentucky. Additional support includes grants for organizations like Operation Blessing, American Red Cross, and World Central Kitchen.

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• The Home Depot Foundation committed $6 million to disaster preparedness and recovery.
• Focus on equipping response organizations in hard-to-reach areas with necessary supplies.
• Partnerships with Mercy Corps, Team Rubicon, Convoy of Hope, Habitat for Humanity, and more.
• Support for long-term recovery in regions affected by wildfires, flooding, and hurricanes.
• Grants also support organizations like Operation Blessing, American Red Cross, and World Central Kitchen.
• Since 2011, The Home Depot Foundation has invested over $500 million in veteran causes.

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• The press release does not mention any direct financial benefits for The Home Depot's shareholders.
• No specific figures provided on the impact of the initiative on the company's financial performance.
• Potentially high cost of disaster preparedness and recovery efforts may affect profitability.

New efforts focus on preparing hard-to-reach communities

ATLANTA, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As hurricane season begins, The Home Depot Foundation granted more than $6 million to help national and local nonprofit organizations prepare for immediate response and long-term recovery efforts in communities across the country.

New grants look to equip response organizations in hard-to-reach areas with supplies and equipment necessary for timely disaster response. For example, The Home Depot Foundation is partnering with Mercy Corps' Caribbean Resilience Initiative to station equipment and supplies with local organizations throughout Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. In Alaska, the Foundation is working with local partners to expand emergency food distribution in Anchorage and surrounding communities.

"With a record number of disasters in 2023, we understand the importance of being ready, especially in remote communities," said Erin Izen, executive director of The Home Depot Foundation. "We know that staging supplies ahead of disasters allows our partners to provide immediate on-the-ground assistance, as well as long-term support to communities rebuilding after natural disasters."

Foundation grants also continue to support long-term recovery, with a focus on fortifying homes during the rebuild process to help mitigate future destruction and loss. Foundation partners, including Team Rubicon, Convoy of Hope, Habitat for Humanity, Purple Heart Homes, and more, are continuing to rebuild in communities impacted by California wildfires, historic flooding in Kentucky, and Hurricanes Delta, Ian, Laura and Maria.

"Disasters can happen anywhere, anytime. In Butte County, we learned that first-hand when a wildfire destroyed the Town of Paradise over five years ago," said Nicole Bateman, executive director of Habitat for Humanity of Butte County. "As we work to rebuild our community, we know the importance of making sure our homeowners have houses that are well prepared for future disasters. With the help of The Home Depot Foundation, we are ensuring all our future homes are built to the highest standards for wildfire mitigation."

Additional funds from these grants will support ongoing disaster relief response efforts with Operation Blessing, American Red Cross, World Central Kitchen, ToolBank USA, and Inspiritus, including warehouse expansion, emergency meal kits, response trailers, disaster relief kits, and more.

About The Home Depot Foundation 

The Home Depot Foundation, the nonprofit arm of The Home Depot (NYSE: HD), works to improve the homes and lives of U.S. veterans, support communities impacted by natural disasters and train skilled tradespeople to fill the labor gap. Since 2011, the Foundation has invested more than $500 million in veteran causes and improved more than 60,000 veteran homes and facilities. The Foundation has pledged to invest $750 million in veteran causes by 2030 and $50 million in training the next generation of skilled tradespeople through the Path to Pro program by 2028. To learn more about The Home Depot Foundation visit HomeDepotFoundation.org and follow us on X @HomeDepotFound and on Facebook and Instagram @HomeDepotFoundation.

 

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FAQ

What is the amount The Home Depot Foundation is investing in disaster preparedness?

The Home Depot Foundation is investing $6 million in disaster preparedness and recovery efforts.

Which organizations are partnering with The Home Depot Foundation for disaster response?

The Home Depot Foundation is partnering with organizations like Mercy Corps, Team Rubicon, Convoy of Hope, Habitat for Humanity, and more.

How is The Home Depot Foundation supporting long-term recovery?

The Foundation supports long-term recovery by fortifying homes during the rebuild process to mitigate future destruction and loss.

What areas are targeted by The Home Depot Foundation's recent grants?

Recent grants target remote areas including the Caribbean, Alaska, California, and Kentucky.

What specific initiatives are included in The Home Depot Foundation's disaster relief strategy?

Initiatives include warehouse expansion, emergency meal kits, response trailers, and disaster relief kits.

What is the Home Depot Foundation's commitment to veteran causes?

Since 2011, The Home Depot Foundation has invested over $500 million in veteran causes and pledged $750 million by 2030.